Embassy of PALAU

President Remengesau Calls for Stronger Micronesian Partnership in Regional Matters

Form December 5 to 9, the President and First Lady attended various meetings with the Hokkaido Government to discuss the creation of “people to people” exchange programs between Palau and Hokkaido, and its city of Sapporo. The creation of such program results from the commitments made during the recent Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM 7) to accelerate exchange among younger generations of the two countries.

President Remengesau and leaders of the prefecture agreed to begin efforts by creating partnerships between learning institutions in Palau and Hokkaido and establish student exchange programs where students study abroad at partner institutions. Another program discussed for development was a cultural exchange program aimed to give opportunities for Hokkaido residents and Palau residents to gain deeper understanding of each other’s cultures.

Upon returning, President Remengesau instructed his Cabinet to begin developing the programs with the appropriate institutions so that the programs may be implemented early 2017. “These programs will have a direct positive impact not only for Palau’s tourism from Japan but will be of great support for participants in personal growth, understanding different cultures, and understanding the value of good international relationships.” says President Remengesau.

In Hokkaido, the President met with students from Sapporo High School, Hokkaigakuen University; the Governor of Hokkaido, Ms. Harumi Takahashi and Hokkaido Legislature Speaker, Mr. Ren Endo; the members of the Palau Friendship Group of the Hokkaido Legislative Assembly; members of the Pacific Islands Exchange Association; the Mayor of the City of Sapporo, Mr. Katsuhiro Akimoto; and the Speaker of the Sapporo City Council.

During the Japanese Administration in Palau, over 3000 natives of Hokkaido lived in Palau. Palau is expecting a visit of 40 leaders from Hokkaido in April 2017 for a commemoration event of Their Imperial Majesties the Emperor and Empress’ visit to Palau in April 2015.

Saving Palau's marine resources.

Palau vows to stop illegal fishing by 2020 NADI (Islands Business/Pacnews) — The small island nation of Palau is making huge strides to reduce tuna fishing in its national waters by 80 percent by 2020.

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"Full force in protecting the Palau Surrounding Oceans"

‘Ocean Warriors’ Preview: The Battle in Palau Exclusive clip: From executive producers Robert Redford and Paul Allen, Animal Planet’s new six-part series, "Ocean Warriors," airs its third installment Sunday, Dec. 11.

Trivia: Did you know that one of the major attractions in Palau is the famous 'Jellyfish Lake'? Jellyfish in Palau has lost their ability to sting. Tourists are suggested to swim, dive and enjoy to experience them up close.

http://www.oceanicsociety.org/expeditions/palau-snorkeling-the-rock-islands--63

PALAU ONE OF THE TOP SNORKLING DESTINATION

Palau: Snorkeling the Rock Islands

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COOPERATION IS KEY

Good day for fishn'...

Dame Meg Taylor appointed by UN Secretary General to Every Woman Every Child High Level Advisory Group.Suva, Fiji: Dame Meg Taylor, Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, this week was appointed by the United Nations Secretary General to the Every Woman Every Child High Level Advisory Group .The Group will provide leadership and inspire action for women’s, children’s and adolescent’s health as the world begins working towards implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.“If we are to transform the world then we must ensure an environment for future generations that prioritises health and well-being,” said Dame Meg. “Healthy women, children and adolescents are a foundation for prosperous communities and sustainable development within those communities. Everyone should have the opportunity to achieve their full potential by living healthy and worthwhile lives”.The High Level Group will provide advice to the UN Secretary General and regularly report on progress, key challenges and make recommendations on important issues including accountability, financing and implementation of the Every Woman Every Child Initiative and the recently launched Global Strategy for Women’s, Children’s and Adolescent’s Health.“I believe this is vitally important work and I stand ready to receive and share the thoughts and ideas of people, communities and countries across the Pacific. I will depend on assistance from key Council of Regional Organisations in the Pacific agencies, and in fact I have already been assured by SPCs Director General Dr. Colin Tukuitonga, that they stand ready to offer their technical advice and support.”Every Woman Every Child is a movement focused on driving action to address the considerable health challenges facing women, children and adolescents around the world. - PIFS